Substance Abuse Counselor

Salary: $40k-$70k

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Emerald Therapy Center is seeking dedicated and compassionate therapists/counselors to join our growing team. With 6 locations across Western Kentucky, you will have the opportunity to make a profound impact on people's lives by providing high-quality clinical services to those in need.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assist with clinical intakes to ensure medical necessity is met
• Impact the treatment planning process from intake to discharge based on client diagnosis and needs present
• Provide individual, family and group therapy, as needed
• Maintain complete and accurate client records per regulations
• Ensure services provided are necessary and evidence-based, and within the ethical and legal scope of practice
• Coordinate care with other service providers, as appropriate
• Participate in case consultation as indicated

Additionally:

• Emerald is 100% outpatient - no weekend, holiday or after hour calls
• We assist with credentialing through major insurers
• Consistent referral stream and call center support to grow your caseload
• User friendly EMR with client management, scheduling and billing all in one spot
  

To be eligible for this position, you must hold an active Kentucky state license/s in one of the following credentials:

• Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or licensed mental health professional (LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, LP).
• Previous experience in clinical counseling or social work setting preferred.

As a valued member of our team, you'll receive:

• A competitive salary with bonus earning potential;
• Paid vacation, sick/personal time off;
• Medical, dental and vision benefits for full-time employees;
• HSA;
• 401K;
• The Gym membership discount
• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment Programs

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to help others in our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position! At Emerald Therapy Center, you're not just accepting a position, youre making a difference in peoples lives.

My staff and I passionately believe in Emerald's mission to better our community. The culture here is fun, challenging, creative, and collaborative. It's a place where you can be yourself, feel heard, and have a sense of belonging. - Miranda Warren, Lead Clinical Director